At a glance
Average net price
$19,638
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
49.3%
Admission rate
57%
Undergrad size
4,624
In-state tuition
$21,600
Out-of-state tuition
$21,600
Cost of attendance
$35,436
Median earnings (10y)
$53,278
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,190
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 65.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (29%), stem (18%), humanities & arts (17%).
- STEM18%
- Health5%
- Business29%
- Humanities & arts17%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services15%
- Business29.1%~1,344 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science11.7%~540 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~400 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~342 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education7.2%~332 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~299 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~217 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~197 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~183 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology4.0%~183 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences3.8%~173 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.4%~111 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.6%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.8%~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 374 | $44,686 | $31,000 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master's | 203 | $36,614 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 193 | $27,629 | $28,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 187 | $57,765 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 176 | $38,165 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 145 | $33,954 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 130 | $26,538 | $25,131 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 92 | $40,326 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 89 | $47,806 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 85 | $62,012 | — |
| Education, Other. | Master's | 79 | $42,298 | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor's | 76 | $28,997 | $25,717 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 76 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 73 | $27,790 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 69 | $41,170 | $26,778 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 67 | $37,899 | $27,000 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 64 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Master's | 62 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Doctoral | 61 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 59 | $59,223 | $31,241 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | $41,826 | $26,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 55 | $44,615 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 50 | $34,309 | $28,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 49 | $54,117 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 48 | $43,054 | $34,750 |
| Education, Other. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | $29,530 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 43 | $33,261 | $27,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 42 | $63,962 | $29,485 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 42 | $44,430 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 39 | $37,641 | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 39 | $43,063 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 39 | $27,257 | $27,000 |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $24,022 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 30 | $49,196 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lindenwood University
Lindenwood University is a mid-sized institution located in Saint Charles, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,624 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Computer science, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lindenwood University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,638 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $21,600 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $35,436 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 49.3%, a average completion outcome. 65.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,278 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lindenwood University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Computer science, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (29% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), humanities & arts (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Lindenwood University accepts 57% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,190. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Saint Charles, Missouri (city), Lindenwood University draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lindenwood University
Q.How much does Lindenwood University cost?
The average net price at Lindenwood University is $19,638 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $35,436.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lindenwood University?
Lindenwood University has a 6-year graduation rate of 49.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Lindenwood University?
Lindenwood University admits 57% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Lindenwood University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lindenwood University graduate earns $53,278 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lindenwood University?
Published tuition is $21,600 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lindenwood University located?
Lindenwood University is located in Saint Charles, Missouri (ZIP 63301).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lindenwood University at their official website.